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Department Manager - South Melbourne
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Job no: 510657
Work type: Full time
Location: VIC - Metro
Categories: Dept Manager / Team Leader / Assistant Store Mgr
Exciting Opportunity- Join Our Team at Spotlight South Melbourne as our next Department Team Leader!
About Us: Celebrating 50 years of success, Spotlight has grown from a family stall in the South Melbourne Markets to over 135 stores across Australia and Asia. We embody our core values of People, Excellence, and Success, offering every member of our team the chance to thrive in our vibrant business culture. As part of the Spotlight Retail Group (SRG), comprising iconic brands like Spotlight, Anaconda, Harris Scarfe, and Mountain Designs, we provide an enriching environment for career growth.
Role Overview: As a Spotlight Team Leader, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the Store Manager to efficiently manage daily operations, drive sales growth, and deliver outstanding customer service. If you possess the same drive and determination that fueled Spotlight's evolution into a global retailer, you'll feel right at home in our team.
What Your Day Might Look Like:
- Assisting the Store Manager in overseeing daily operations effectively.
- Achieving sales targets and KPIs for your department.
- Cultivating a high-performing department team focused on exceptional customer service.
- Leading by example and effectively communicating management expectations.
- Efficiently managing high-volume stock levels and ensuring merchandising meets business standards.
- Supporting recruitment, training, and development initiatives.
- Conducting high-volume stocktakes and implementing stock integrity measures.
What We're Looking for From You:
- Essential retail management experience.
- Preferably experience in high-volume or big-box stock management.
- Demonstrated leadership with an owner's mindset.
- A passion for inspiring teams to exceed goals.
- Experience in development and performance planning.
- Strong problem-solving skills and innovative time management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in computer skills.
- First Aid certification or a willingness to undergo training at our expense.
Why Work for Spotlight?
- Competitive salary, superannuation, and quarterly profit share bonus.
- Access to a leadership training program for career progression.
- Rotating roster providing two full weekends off each month.
- Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 support.
- Multi-branded discount card for Spotlight, Harris Scarfe, and Anaconda.
- Recognition through rewards and incentives, including the Annual Ruben Fried National Retailer of the Year Awards.
- Commitment to social responsibility through environmental, philanthropic, and ethical initiatives.
Join Our Team: By joining Spotlight, you become part of the Spotlight Retail Group (SRG), a diverse and expanding business encompassing multiple iconic brands. Spotlight is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workplace. If you're driven to achieve excellence in a supportive and enjoyable environment, apply today because your Career is What you Make It!
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Applications close: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Our Process
Found the perfect Spotlight role for you and want to apply? Great!
You’ll find details on our recruitment process below. Make sure you’re well prepared to keep your nerves at bay and to maximise your chances of making a great impression.
1. Update Your CV
Make sure your CV is up-to- date with your latest skills and experience, and that it’s tailored to the role you are seeking. It is a legal requirement that all Spotlight employees have the right to work in Australia.
2. Apply
You can apply online by selecting the relevant job link above, uploading your CV and completing the online application form.
3. Attend An Interview
If your application has been successful, we will ask you to take part in one or more of the following:
• phone interview
• face-to-face interview
• group interview.
4. Reference & Police Check
As part of the screening process, we will obtain your consent to complete two work-related reference checks and, for roles that require one, a police check.
5. Job Offer
Congratulations! If you have been successful, you will be able to accept your letter of offer online together with an employment pack containing information on
Spotlight and your responsibilities and entitlements.
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